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ABC Renews 'RJ Decker' Drama, Completing Full Primetime Scripted Lineup for Next Season

Entertainment5/8/2026
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ABC has renewed the freshman drama 'RJ Decker' for a second season, completing the renewal of its entire existing primetime scripted lineup for the 2026-2027 broadcast season. The series, starring Scott Speedman and inspired by a Carl Hiaasen novel, debuted in March and reached 15.2 million total viewers for its premiere.

Facts First

  • ABC renews 'RJ Decker' for a second season.
  • Renewal completes ABC's full primetime scripted lineup for the 2026-2027 broadcast season.
  • Series premiere reached 15.2 million viewers across 35 days of multiplatform viewing.
  • Scott Speedman stars as the title character, a private investigator in South Florida.
  • Rob Doherty serves as showrunner; Carl Hiaasen is among the executive producers.

What Happened

ABC has renewed the drama series 'RJ Decker' for a second season. This renewal finalizes the network's commitment to its entire existing primetime scripted lineup for the 2026-2027 broadcast season. The previously renewed dramas are '9-1-1', '9-1-1 Nashville', 'Grey's Anatomy', 'High Potential', and 'Will Trent'. The previously renewed comedies are 'Scrubs', 'Abbott Elementary', and 'Shifting Gears'. 'RJ Decker' debuted on ABC in March with a nine-episode first season. Nielsen data shows the series premiere reached 15.2 million total viewers through 35 days of multiplatform viewing.

Why this Matters to You

If you enjoy these ABC shows, you can expect them all to return next season. The renewal of 'RJ Decker' suggests the network sees potential in the series, which may lead to more episodes and further development of its storylines. You might see continued marketing and promotion for these returning series.

What's Next

Production for the second season of 'RJ Decker' will likely commence. The series will return as part of ABC's 2026-2027 primetime schedule alongside the other renewed dramas and comedies.